Digital Health and Wellness

Definition

• The elements of physical and psychological well-being related to digital technology use

Essential Questions

• How can students be physically affected by technology?
• Are students aware of the physical dangers that can accompany the use of digital technology?

Digital Health and Wellness Issues

• Using proper ergonomics and avoiding repetitive motion injuries
• Becoming addicted to the Internet or to video games and withdrawing from society

Examples of Inappropriate Digital Health and Wellness

• Administrators and teachers ignore the possible harmful physical effects of technology on students.
• Teachers do not model proper ergonomics when using technology.

Examples of Appropriate Digital Health and Wellness

• Technology leaders learn how to promote health and wellness with technology.
• Teachers model digital safety in their classrooms and expect their students to do the same.

Resources

• Center for Internet Addiction Recovery
• Computer Ergonomics for Elementary Schools
• Computer-Related Repetitive Strain Injury
• U.S. Department of Labor - Computer Workstation Checklist